• Fun games in kayaks
• Introduction to basic equipment
• Basic body mechanics and efficiency of stroke
• Forward and reverse paddling
• Sweep strokes
• Draw strokes
• Turning on the move
• Edging while turning
• Wet exits
• Introduction to basic hydrology
• Introduction to basic safety

 

This five-day course for kids 10-14 provides instruction in safety, paddle strokes, bracing, rescues, rolling, and hydrology. Days one, two, and three take place on calm water behind our shop and in our warm pool. Days four and five are conducted at a suitable river location. The exuberance and natural learning ability of children never fails to keep the instructors' creative juices flowing!

Things To Bring

• Tennis shoes or river sandals with wool socks or wetsuit booties
• Sunglasses with retention device (i.e. Croakies, Chums, etc)
• Sunscreen (SPF 30), lip balm (SPF 15)
• Sun hat, rain hat, and/or fleece hat
• Synthetic top and bottom (thermal underwear, heavier wt. for cooler weather)
• Rain coat and rain pants if the weather is looking poor
• Nylon shorts and/or swimsuit
• Water bottle (1 quart)
• Towel and change of clothes for ride home
• Lunch and snacks

Cancellation Policy

The Pacific Northwest is a dynamic and often unpredictable environment. All activities are run/fun rain or shine. All programs are conditions dependent and may change at any time at our discretion. In order to keep our programs affordable a minumum number of participants may be required. If we are unable to fill a program to a minimum requirement level we reserve the right to cancel the program. A full refund will be provided in the event of a cancelled or re-scheduled activity upon request. Please allow 48 hour notice for any cancellations or changes in your reservation. Just give us a call at 503-285-0464. Cancelations within 48 hours of the program are NOT refundable.

Departs

9:00 am

Pickup/Departure

Alder Creek Kayak and Canoe, Jantzen Beach:
200 NE Tomahawk Island Dr. Portland, OR 97212 (503) 285-0464.
Exit 308 off I-5 in North Portland, head east on Tomahawk Island Dr. for 7/10 of a mile, look for the store on the right.

Drop-Off

4:00 pm

Additional Locations

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